"Hannan's Kokomo is a sharply observed novel of one woman's facade and how it falls; an undoing that is both ordinary and compelling. This debut heralds an exciting new Australian voice with a story of estrangement from kin, friendship, love, self and country - one that will be familiar to many and surprising, for it is often a shock to see one's reflection." (Anna Krien, author of Night Games and Act of Grace)

"Graceful and raw, this is a remarkable study of the forces of desire and regret. Hannan is both acute witness and masterful reporter of love in all its faulty and essential shapes. Kokomo dazzles, pierces, and stays." (Robert Lukins, author of The Everlasting Sunday)

"With its many shifts in time and focus, Kokomo is difficult to summarise but Hannan pieces together the story of these two families with clarity, grace and a handle on structure that is rare in a debut novel. This superbly written book will appeal to readers of Zadie Smith and Jennifer Down." (Ellen Cregan)

"Kokomo is a fine début, a wry romantic comedy with both literary and popular appeal." (Jane Sullivan)

"What is striking about Kokomo is how beautifully Hannan explores the introspection and uncertainty of her characters' inner lives, with prose that is a genuine pleasure to read. [...] In the substance and quality of her debut, Hannan demonstrates that she has much more to offer too. With Kokomo as a starting point, one can only imagine what heights she will soar to next." (Zoya Patel)